You forgot to mention that homemade breadcrumbs far surpass anything you might find at the store, especially when made with homemade or artisanallly baked breads. The laziest way to make them is just toast slices in a toaster and pulse in blender or food processor. I used mine recently to make this excellent and simple roast fish:
http://www.izzyeats.com/2009/02/fresh-fish-fast-oven-roasted-striped.html

After reading all of these inspirational dishes I am ashamed to admit that we eat just plain old black beans and white rice. Sometimes I add some greens for excitement..This is what it looks like:

http://www.izzyeats.com/2007/10/add-some-greens-to-your-beans.html

I hope to try some of the variations here and get away from canned beans.